Body found in Red River near Fargo identified

Authorities say a body that was pulled from the Red River near downtown Fargo is that of a man reported missing to West Fargo police.

The body of 37-year-old Brian Habiger of Fargo was identified Friday after an autopsy. No foul play is suspected.

Authorities say the preliminary cause of death is drowning. Full autopsy results will not be available for several weeks.

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